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Can You Grow Lemon Tree in Utah?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a
Lemon trees cannot survive your winters outdoors — but they thrive as container plants brought indoors.
Plant zones
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Days to harvest
About Lemon Tree
Lemon trees are popular container plants and can be grown indoors or outdoors in warm climates.
In cold zones grow in containers and bring indoors before frost. Keep near a sunny window or under grow lights. Water when top 2cm of soil is dry. Feed with citrus fertiliser in spring and summer.
Gardening in Utah
Utah has an arid continental climate. Salt Lake City is Zone 6b-7a; southern Utah is Zone 7-8; mountains are Zone 4-5. Low humidity and alkaline soils require irrigation and soil amendment.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lemon Tree in Utah?
Lemon trees cannot survive your winters outdoors — but they thrive as container plants brought indoors.
What zone is Utah?
Utah spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a).
When do you plant Lemon Trees in Utah?
See the planting guide for Lemon Tree — timing depends on your exact frost date.